CR

Hopea nutans

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Hopea nutans faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive logging and conversion of its lowland dipterocarp forest habitat for palm oil plantations and agricultural development. The species' valuable timber has made it a target for selective logging, while its restricted range in Peninsular Malaysia makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation. Illegal logging activities continue to threaten remaining populations despite protected area designations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Hopea nutans is endemic to the lowland dipterocarp forests of Peninsular Malaysia, typically occurring at elevations below 300 meters. The species requires the humid, shaded conditions of primary and mature secondary forests with well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hopea nutans classified as Critically Endangered?
Hopea nutans is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Hopea nutans faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive logging and conversion of its lowland dipterocarp forest habitat for palm oil plantations and agricultural development. The species' valuable timber has made it a target for selective logging, while its restricted range in Peninsular Malaysia makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation. Illegal logging activities continue to threaten remaining populations despite protected area designations.
Where does Hopea nutans live?
Hopea nutans occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Hopea nutans?
The main threats to Hopea nutans are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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